The flower of the elm tree is in the shape of a broom, with no petals. It only has stamens, which are in clusters. It can be said that many people have eaten elm money, but those who pay attention to the flowering of elm money are very Few, because when the elmgrass blooms, its flowers are very, very small, and the duration is also very short.
The elm tree is different from other trees. The elm tree blooms first and then grows leaves. Other trees grow leaves first and then bloom. Therefore, the first tree to see blooming in spring is the elm tree, while other trees grow leaves. At that time, the elm trees were covered with flowers, which were commonly known as elm flowers, and then small leaves quietly grew from behind the branches.
Maintenance points:
1. Light
Elm trees like light, so the plant needs to be illuminated throughout the growth period. If there is insufficient sunlight, it will have elongated branches, ugly leaves, and is prone to breed various diseases and insect pests.
2. Watering
Keep the elm pot soil moist, but do not allow water to accumulate. Elm trees like to grow in moist places, but they are also afraid of water damage. Therefore, water thoroughly in the morning and evening in summer. If there is water accumulation, treatment is required as soon as possible.
3. Fertilization
Elm trees should be fertilized appropriately. Liquid fertilizer should be applied for fertilization. You can also break the peanut cake into thumb-sized pieces and bury them in the soil. You can also use some compound flower fertilizer. Fertilizer should be applied once in early spring and once in early autumn, and should not be applied more often.
4. Pruning
Keep the shape of the elm tree and prune regularly. The growth ability of elm trees is very strong. If the branches and buds are not pruned, the landscape will lose its ornamental value. Pruning can be done in autumn. First cut off useless branches and diseased branches, and then prune them according to their shape or shape.